News Editor, Digital Spy (12 Month FTC)

London - UK

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 06-11-2025

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

We are the UKs leading premium publisher home to iconic and influential media brands including Cosmopolitan Esquire Elle Harpers Bazaar and Country Living. At Hearst UK we dont just create content we shape culture.

Our workplace is built on collaboration creativity and trust. We champion bold ideas embrace innovation and continually evolve to meet the moment all while celebrating the legacy thats brought us here. We believe in each others potential and push boundaries together to make a meaningful impact both in the media landscape and in peoples lives. Were proud of our heritage but even more excited about making history.

The Role

As News Editor (maternity cover) youll be responsible for workflow management and editorial oversight of Digital Spys entire News output. Youll be a TV and Movies obsessive with the talent to channel your enthusiasm for everything from The Traitors to Sinners from Adolescence to Emmerdale.

Main Duties

Managing the rota of reporters so that all shifts are covered always

Managing Digital Spys Evening News Editors

Sourcing stories in collaboration with the TV Movies and Soaps editors and identifying the angles that are right for Digital Spy

Providing feedback and training for reporters and sub-editors

Using your expert understanding of Google Discover optimisation and SEO to hone headlines of crystalline perfection

Writing up your own stories when possible

Managing timely and accurate payment for shiftworking reporters

Assessing article performance and delivering weekly analysis to the wider team

What We Are Looking For

An entertainment expert who loves to share their enthusiasm with other fans. Youll have at least two years experience in a digital editorial capacity and at least as much again as a writer in an entertainment news environment. You need to be able to think on your feet prioritise workloads (your own and others) and be able to switch between tasks at high speed without losing focus. Familiarity with Microsoft business software (Planner Excel Teams etc) is highly desirable and experience with Hearsts CMS and Google Analytics/Google Search Console are a plus. Youll have a clear and up-to-date understanding of UK media law especially as it relates to privacy defamation and copyright.

Benefits

(Your benefits at Hearst UK are more than just extrasthey are tools to help you thrive in every part of life.

Hearst Exclusives - Only for You!

Get adventurous with Good Housekeeping Taste and Beauty Testing Panels - yes you could be trying the next big thing in beauty food & drink.

Snag luxe beauty steals at our legendary office sample sales - score big on top brands without breaking the bank!

Inclusion Health & Wellbeing: Feel Your Best

Stay healthy with Specsavers eye care a company-funded Health Cash Plan and access to mental health support.

Get active and stress-free with discounted gym memberships and the Cycle to Work scheme.

Embrace flexibility with a Location Flex and Holiday Exchange to take time when you need it.

Take time to give back with a Charity Day and access wellbeing resources whenever you need them.

Join one of our Hearst ERG Groups.

Financial Wellness - Boost Your Budget

Plan ahead with a generous Workplace Pension Income Protection Life Assurance and Season Ticket Loan for easier commuting.

Make smarter money moves using Salary Finance tools Financial Wellbeing sessions and Home Tech benefits to spread costs.

Treat yourself with major discounts across London plus everyday savings via the HAPI at Hearst app

Hearst UK is deeply committed to using our influential brands to reflect the world we want to live in one that respects protects represents and uplifts the voices and opinions of all people. As a business we recognise the significant benefits of creativity collaboration and innovation that comes with diverse teams. Not only is diversifying the voices in our organization the right thing to do but it also helps us to make powerful and exciting content that can be enjoyed by many more people. This is why were working to build a sense of true belonging within our business and foster a culture in which everyone feels heard.

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DescriptionWe are the UKs leading premium publisher home to iconic and influential media brands including Cosmopolitan Esquire Elle Harpers Bazaar and Country Living. At Hearst UK we dont just create content we shape culture.Our workplace is built on collaboration creativity and trust. We champion ...